Hidden Gem Alert! Discover Gugara Park, Paddington's Little Playground Paradise

Tucked away in a quiet corner of Paddington is a playground that deserves a spot on every Eastern Suburbs...

Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations

Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations Looking for a little...

How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November

There’s something wonderfully simple about a garage sale. Open the garage, pull out the things your family no longer...

Monday's Local mum Kirsty Amland

This week we meet Vaucluse mum Kirsty Ameland, who has called Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs home for more than 20...

Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth

Looking for a fun keepsake from your next visit to Bondi Beach? A charming new photobooth has arrived on...
Parks & Playgrounds, What to do
Hidden Gem Alert! Discover Gugara Park, Paddington's Little Playground Paradise
Community
Bondi Books & Ideas Weekend 2026: A Weekend of Inspiration, Parenting, Wellbeing and Great Conversations
Community, Markets
How to Make Your Family Garage Sale a Standout This November
Monday's Mum Profiles
Monday's Local mum Kirsty Amland
bondi beach, Fun, Local
Step Inside Bondi's Most Nostalgic New Photobooth
 

Maroubra Beach Markets

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About Eastern Suburbs Mums

Welcome to Eastern Suburbs Mums

 

All about life as a mum in Sydney’s Eastern Suburbs.

 

Eastern Suburbs Mums was created for mums and their families to connect with what is going on in Sydney’s east.

It’s a place for Mums where you can find out about your local area, what’s on, where to get help, advice and more...

third Sunday of every month, at Heffron Park’s netball stadium

 
Relationship

How to Choose the Right Private Investigator: 5 Questions to Ask

Hiring a private investigator is a trust decision, and it often happens when emotions run high. A workplace dispute escalates, a financial concern will not add up, or a personal situation starts to feel impossible to ignore. In that moment, the temptation is to move fast and pick the first person who sounds confident. That can backfire, especially when the work needs to be discreet, lawful, and well-documented. To shape this guide, we consulted with reputable private investigators in Australia and focused on the questions they say separate strong operators from risky ones. The goal is simple: help you choose…

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Recreation, Sports

Building the New Huntley Street Recreation Centre, Alexandria: A Big Win for Local Families

Exciting things are taking shape in Alexandria with the construction of the new Huntley Street Recreation Centre, a modern indoor sports and recreation hub designed to support the growing needs of local families and active kids. Currently under construction at 6–8 Huntley Street, the project involves transforming an existing 1980s warehouse into a beautifully designed, community-focused recreation centre. Works began in November 2024 and are expected to take around 18 months, with Kane Constructions delivering the $25 million project in partnership with the City of Sydney. What’s coming to Huntley Street? Once complete, the centre will offer an impressive range…

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Finance

7 Smart Ways Every Eastern Suburbs Parent Can Save

Are you struggling with the cost of living crisis as a parent? It’s important to understand that you are from alone here. That’s why it might be worth exploring the steps that you can take to save more in the future. Here are some of the best possibilities. Buy Clothes Second Hand First, you might want to think about purchasing clothes second hand. Clothing is one of the most expensive choices that you might need to handle. Particularly school items that can cost an absolute fortune. If you are worried about this, then you might want to explore places that…

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Events, School holidays, Swimming

Splash Into Summer: Waterworld Central Returns to Sydney These School Holidays

Get ready, Sydney — the ultimate pop-up water adventure is back and bigger than ever! Waterworld Central, Australia’s much-loved mobile inflatable waterpark, is returning to the Entertainment Quarter just in time for the 2026 summer school holidays. If your kids are bouncing off the walls, craving fun, and begging for a day out, this is the place to be. From giant slides and huge inflatable pools to thrilling water rides and splash zones, Waterworld Central transforms Moore Park into a full-scale aqua playground. It’s the perfect way to cool off, burn energy and enjoy a summer day packed with laughter,…

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Christmas 2025, Free, School holidays

A Magical Santa’s Breakfast at Eastpoint Food Fair

Santa’s Breakfast + Elves’ Workshop at Eastpoint Food Fair A special Christmas event for Eastern Suburbs families Families are invited to enjoy a festive and memorable morning at Santa’s Breakfast + Elves’ Workshop, hosted at Eastpoint Food Fair, Edgecliff. This short and beautifully curated Christmas experience is designed especially for young children and their families, offering festive entertainment, creative activities and a delicious breakfast in a magical holiday setting. What children will enjoy Entertainment with Santa, Mrs Claus and the Elves Elves’ Workshop activity: decorate a large Santa sack to take home Printed photo with Santa Christmas breakfast box including…

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Homes and Living

Transform Your Family Home This Season: A Mum’s Guide to Creating Spaces Everyone Will Love

As the weather cools down and we spend more time indoors, many of us start noticing the little (and not-so-little) things about our homes that could use some attention. Whether it’s that outdated kitchen that’s seen better days, the lack of a cosy gathering spot, or the constant battle with meal prep in a space that just doesn’t work anymore, there’s something about this time of year that makes us dream of home improvements. I’ve spoken to countless mums in our community who share the same story: they’ve been putting off updates for years, convinced that home renovations are too…

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Community

Standing together at this devastating time

A message from the Mayor  The entire Waverley community is heartbroken by the devastating loss of life and senseless violence which unfolded on Sunday evening, during the Chanukah by the Sea celebration at Bondi Beach. This is a depraved and deplorable terror attack on the Jewish community, on what is meant to be one of the most important, and joyous occasions of our calendar. To kill and maim innocent attendees, within a suburb known for its proud Jewish community, must be condemned in the strongest terms. As a community, we must stand firm together in solidarity to honour the victims…

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competitions, School holidays

Love the Coast 2026 Photography Competition

Waverley’s Love the Coast Photography Competition is back for 2026, inviting the community to capture the beauty of our coastline — from sandy beaches and rock pools to the underwater world beneath the waves. This popular annual event celebrates everything we love about living by the sea. Whether you’re a skilled photographer or simply love taking photos on your phone, everyone is welcome to enter. Why Families and Kids Will Love This Competition This is a wonderful opportunity for families to spend time outdoors exploring the coastline together. Kids can learn to look closely at nature, practise creativity, and discover…

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Christmas 2025

Free Calls to Santa Are Back for 2025 — And Kids Are Queuing Up Already!

Christmas excitement has arrived across Australia, with kids rushing to the nearest payphone to be among the first to call Santa. Telstra’s Free Calls to Santa hotline is officially switched on for 2025, running from 13 November right through to Christmas Eve. To make a free call straight to the North Pole, families simply head to any Telstra public payphone and dial #HOHOHO (#464646). It’s quick, easy and completely free. What began in 2021 as a small idea to help children learn how to use a public phone has grown into a national Christmas tradition. More than 1.5 million calls…

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School holidays

What to Do in Sydney These School Holidays

Fun, creative and active ideas to keep kids entertained all summer long School holidays are here, and if you’re looking for ways to keep the kids busy, active and smiling, we’ve put together a curated list of the most exciting things happening around Sydney this summer. Whether your child loves art, adventure, creativity or just burning energy, there’s something here for every age and interest. School holiday dates: Monday 22 December to Monday 2 February. For Primary School–Aged Children Pirates Love Underpants Set sail for a laugh-out-loud musical adventure as a crew of cheeky pirates search for the legendary Pants…

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